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All the ingredients for no-bake cookies, including butter, sugar, milk, cocoa, peanut butter, and oats, measured out on a kitchen counter.

No-Bake Cookies (The Easiest, Most Foolproof Recipe!)

A classic recipe for rich and chewy chocolate, peanut butter, and oatmeal no-bake cookies. Ready in under 30 minutes, this foolproof guide guarantees perfect results every time.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter cubed
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup whole milk
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 3 cups quick-cooking oats
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Equipment

  • 1 Saucepan
  • 1 Tablespoon or Cookie Scoop
  • 2 Parchment paper sheets

Instructions
 

  1. Lay two large sheets of parchment paper on the counter.
  2. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the butter, sugar, milk, and cocoa powder. Stir until the butter melts and the sugar dissolves.
  3. Bring the mixture to a full, rolling boil. Once boiling, start a timer and boil for exactly 60 seconds while stirring constantly.
  4. Immediately remove the pan from the heat. Stir in the peanut butter, vanilla extract, and salt until the peanut butter has fully melted and combined.
  5. Add the quick-cooking oats and stir until they are evenly coated.
  6. Working quickly, drop rounded tablespoons of the mixture onto the prepared parchment paper.
  7. Let the cookies cool and set at room temperature for 30-45 minutes, or until firm.

Notes

Measure Ahead: This recipe comes together very quickly. Have all your ingredients measured out before you start.
Storage: Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
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